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Microwave Brown Basmati Rice by M&S
M&S

Microwave Brown Basmati Rice

Barcode 29496693
Not Ultra-Processed

No — Microwave Brown Basmati Rice is not ultra-processed.

Great choice! Made with simple, minimally processed ingredients.

Cooked brown basmati rice with water, sunflower oil, and salt is not ultra-processed under NOVA. These are basic foods and culinary ingredients, with no industrial additives or highly processed ingredients that would trigger a UPF classification.

Common questions about Microwave Brown Basmati Rice

Is Microwave Brown Basmati Rice ultra-processed?

No — Microwave Brown Basmati Rice by M&S is not ultra-processed, so it is not a UPF (ultra-processed food). Cooked brown basmati rice with water, sunflower oil, and salt is not ultra-processed under NOVA. These are basic foods and culinary ingredients, with no industrial additives or highly processed ingredients that would trigger a UPF classification.

What does "ultra-processed" (UPF) mean?

Ultra-processed foods (UPFs) are industrial formulations made with ingredients and additives you wouldn't find in a home kitchen — such as emulsifiers, artificial flavourings, colourings and modified starches. The classification is based on the NOVA system used by researchers and dietitians worldwide.

How can I check whether other foods are ultra-processed?

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